Broad field social studies is an excellent major for education students planning to
teach in the social studies field. The Broad field social studies field consists of
a major in either history or social science, with additional coursework in social
studies.

If you plan to teach social studies in the middle and high school levels, this is
the major for you. You will study human behavior and its impact on our world over
the course of history. This area of study will provide you with Wisconsin Department
of Instruction certification in social studies education, along with multiple endorsements
and teaching specializations.

If you are earning a bachelor's degree and intend to seek state certification, you
will take Secondary Education as a minor in conjunction with your broad field social
studies major.Additional coursework would include courses in psychology, economics, history and
social science.